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Patti Mijal

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Reviews

5

based on 6 traveler reviews

Great Family Cottage

5
of 5

This cottage is everything the description says it is and more. Clean, spacious (I actually loved cooking in the kitchen because you could fit so many cooks in it) great location, but most of all the sandy beach was perfect for all of the grandkids. I don't know who had more fun, the kids swimming or the adults relaxing on the deck watching.

Anyone who wants to spend a relaxing week (or more) on the lake (fishing was good too) I highly recommend this cottage.

Thanks Patti for providing a place for us to visit with family and friends while enjoying Duck Lake.

lake house

5
of 5

where do I start ...we love the house and the fact that everything is ready for when we get there ..we have been coming there for two years and we will always come there as long as it is open ..we live in the city back home ..so this is just what we needed to get away for a while and see family too ..we just love the house and would like to thank you for keeping it very clean and ready for us when you pull in ..best place ever ..

A Charming Cottage

5
of 5

We had a wonderful vacation at your charming cottage, it exceeded our expectations. It was everything you said it would be and more. You thought of everything to make your guests comfortable. Last but at least we enjoyed the fishing.

Submitted: Aug 2, 2012

Stayed: Jul 2012

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: We are glad you enjoyed your 2 week stay! We do try very hard to exceed our renters expectations. Sandy frontage, clear water make for great fishing! Perhaps we will see you next year a well!

BEST VACATION EVER

5
of 5

My wife was in heaven the moment we walked into this amazing cottage. After a short 1 1/2 hour drive from our home near Detroit, we arrived to find the cottage in immaculate condition. The large kitchen area easily handled the many hungry family members that lined up for breakfast every morning. Sitting on the deck, one could soak up the brilliant sunshine or walk down a couple of steps to the large shade tree at the water's edge. Temperatures were in the low 90's and sunny during our stay but the breeze coming off the water made it very comfortable. My six year-old grand-daughter had her first experience with fishing and after several practice casts, was catching bass right off the dock. The beautiful sunsets and sounds of the water lapping against the seawall while reading a good book at night made the stay very peaceful and relaxing.

Tom and Patti have done an outstanding job in providing everything you need to make your stay enjoyable--from board games and rafts for the kids, to frozen mugs and martini glasses for the adults. The hardest part of the whole vacation was getting my wife to walk out the door on Friday, but with the knowledge that we will definitely be returning next year.

Sharpe Family

Milford, Mi

Submitted: Jul 1, 2012

Stayed: Jun 2012

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you for the wonderful comments. We accommodate guests just as we do family. Your description is spot on...fish off the dock...lay on the deck and enjoy the sunset with a few good margaritas!! We are glad your family had a wonderful time. We look forward to your stay next year!

Duck Lake Vacation

5
of 5

We rented this beautiful home for a month in April & May 2012. Wanted to take advantage of the spring fishing and also have our adult children who live out of state come for a relaxing family vacation. We had a great time. Home was large and clean with beautiful views of the lake from the house and deck. The fishing was great, caught largemouth bass, sunfish, blue gill, perch and rock bass practically off the dock. We brought our kayaks but also used the fishing boat provided and were able to get around the lake just fine. Looking forward to coming back next year. Thanks again Patti & Tom for the hospitality and memories.

The Schoonmakers

Submitted: May 29, 2012

Stayed: Apr 2012

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you for the nice comments. We are glad you had a great time at Duck Lake enjoying the views and catching a variety of fish. We are thrilled to have such gracious guests. We have your time reserved for your return in 2013! Thanks again!

Great Home on a Great Lake!

5
of 5

My Family and I have been renting homes for about 6 years now for our vacation fun, and very seldom we find that Great Place to have fun. But this rental was perfect for our Family's needs. As soon as you open the door to the house, and looking down the hall, was the lake, the best part was everything was on one floor, plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and extra special items like a high chair & crib for the baby. Outside, just off the deck was the brand new dock, made our 17' fishing boat feel like home! We went fishing every day and caught lots of fish!! The water was crystal clear, and the shallow shandy bottom went beyond the dock, Our 5 year old Grandson had the best time in the water. We most definitely will come back again! Special Thanks to Tom & Patti for opening their Cottage for Our Vacation Fun!

Map

Nearest Airport

50
Miles

Kalamazoo or Lansing

Nearest Train

12
Miles

Albion

Nearest Motorway

10
Miles

I-69 and I-94

Lake Front Cottage located on beautiful Duck Lake which is south of Lansing, east of Battle Creek, west of Jackson and north of Albion. This 660 acre lake has something for everyone from boating to skiing, tubing, canoeing, and fishing. The cottage has a beautiful large deck overlooking the lake. The shallow sandy frontage is ideal for children. A large living room has panoramic windows to enjoy a nice lake breeze or a wonderful summer sunset. A large fully equipped open-concept kitchen with breakfast bar. The cottage is located approximately 12 miles south of Olivet College and 12 miles north of Albion College. A new dock provides easy access for docking your own boat. Aluminum stairs into water. There are several nice golf courses in the area.